Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Garlic Chicken Recipe

This Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato Garlic Chicken is a rich, cozy, and flavorful one-pan meal your whole family will love. Tender chicken breasts are seared until golden, then simmered in a creamy garlic parmesan sauce filled with sun-dried tomatoes.

Everything cooks in one skillet, so cleanup is quick and easy. It tastes like a restaurant meal, but it’s simple enough for any weeknight.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• One-pan meal with easy cleanup
• Ready in under 30 minutes
• Creamy, comforting, and full of rich flavor
• Family-friendly and great for both weeknights and special occasions
• Easy to customize with spinach, mushrooms, or even shrimp

Ingredients You’ll Need

To make this creamy chicken dish, gather the following:

• 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
• 2 tablespoons olive oil (or oil from the sun-dried tomato jar)
• 1 cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half for a lighter option)
• ½ cup chicken broth
• ½ cup freshly grated parmesan cheese
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, optional
• Salt and black pepper, to taste
• Fresh basil or parsley, for garnish

Optional Add-Ins:

• Fresh spinach or mushrooms
• A splash of white wine to deepen the sauce flavor

How to Make Sun-Dried Tomato Garlic Chicken

1. Sear the Chicken

Pat the chicken dry and season well with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the chicken for 4–5 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through. Move the chicken to a plate.

2. Sauté the Garlic and Sun-Dried Tomatoes

Lower the heat to medium. Add the chopped sun-dried tomatoes and garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant, scraping up the browned bits in the pan for extra flavor.

3. Build the Sauce

Pour in the chicken broth to deglaze the pan. Stir in the heavy cream and parmesan. Let it simmer gently, stirring often, until the sauce becomes thick and creamy.

4. Combine and Simmer

Place the chicken back in the skillet and spoon the sauce over each piece. Let everything simmer for 3–4 minutes so the flavors blend. Add spinach or mushrooms now if using.

5. Serve and Enjoy

Top with fresh basil or parsley and serve warm. The sauce is perfect over pasta, rice, or mashed potatoes.

Tips for the Best Creamy Garlic Chicken

• Leave space in the skillet so the chicken can sear properly.
• Use sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil for richer flavor.
• Grate your own parmesan so it melts smoothly.
• Add a squeeze of lemon or a pinch of red pepper flakes to balance the richness.

Serving Suggestions

This creamy chicken pairs beautifully with:

• Mashed potatoes or rice
• Pasta for a cozy Italian-style dinner
• Roasted veggies like broccoli or asparagus
• Crusty bread to soak up the sauce

It also works great for meal prep. Leftovers can be turned into a pasta dish or grain bowl the next day.

How to Store and Reheat

Store: Keep leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Reheat: Warm slowly on the stove with a splash of cream or broth to loosen the sauce.
Avoid freezing: Cream sauces can separate once thawed, so it’s best kept fresh.

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